Low blood sugars (hypo) with confusion or fits

• Most often seen early in the morning
• If possible confirm low blood glucose
• If able to tolerate give sugary drink
• If unable as unconscious or fitting, give Glucagon
• If no Glucagon available try carefully rubbing Hypostop or sugar into the lining of the mouth
• If fitting place on there side (recovery position) and call ambulance
• Once recovered give long acting carbohydrate (sandwich, fruit) and monitor sugars for the day
• Ask why this occurred and discuss with Diabetes Team whether your insulin regimen needs changing

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